vineyard

noun

vine·​yard ˈvin-yərd How to pronounce vineyard (audio)
 British also  -ˌyärd
1
: a planting of grapevines
2
: a sphere of activity : field of endeavor
toilers in the vineyard of diplomacyDaniel Schorr

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The exhibit will focus on the agricultural offerings of San Diego and Imperial counties, including the region’s flower and produce farms, vineyards and wineries, beer-making and more. Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 May 2025 Monks started cultivating vineyards in this area around the same time the castle was constructed. Opheli Garcia Lawler, AFAR Media, 29 May 2025 Outdoor Adventures For those seeking nature with their culture, the Connecticut Wine Trail winds through picturesque countryside with more than 25 vineyards offering tastings and tours. Joshua Alston, USA Today, 24 May 2025 Two — both of whom also worked at nearby vineyard — had shoulder operations. Joe Mathews, Mercury News, 23 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for vineyard

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of vineyard was in the 14th century

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“Vineyard.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vineyard. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.

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vineyard

noun
vine·​yard ˈvin-yərd How to pronounce vineyard (audio)
: a field of grapevines
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